Peer Support Specialist (OOSS) (9614)

Baltimore Crisis Response, INC•Baltimore, MD

43d•$20 - $21

About The Position

Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. (BCRI) is a nationally recognized nonprofit and Baltimore’s only comprehensive crisis response system. Since 1992, BCRI has provided timely, community-based care for individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Our mission is to deliver effective behavioral health crisis services and treatment in the least restrictive environment — meeting people where they are, when they need it most. We’re seeking a dedicated professional to work alongside EMS in responding to substance use crises and overdoses throughout Baltimore City. In this role, you will provide brief crisis intervention, connect individuals to treatment and support services, and help them create plans that promote recovery. You will collaborate closely with EMS, BCRI staff, and community partners, ensuring individuals receive timely referrals, resources, and follow-up support. This position plays an important role in empowering people to take steps toward stability and long-term wellness.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, but an associate degree is preferred.
Peer Support Specialist Certification is required, and you must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have a minimum of two years of experience working in the field of peer recovery.
1+ year of supervisory or leadership experience.
Must have knowledge of mental health and addiction resources in Baltimore City.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with members of EMS and other members of BCRI’s team to provide support and resources to individuals experience substance use issues or homelessness.
Work with individuals in a substance use crisis to develop a crisis plan, provide linkage to care and introduce other crisis planning tools to the individual as needed.
Respond alongside EMS to overdoses in Baltimore city to provide linkage and connection to services.
Work with individuals in crisis to assist with continuity of care by giving them mental health, addiction, peer recovery support and other needed resources.
Build relationships with addiction, mental health and homeless outreach providers, peer recovery support and other community resources
Performs timely and accurate documentation of all clinical and client-related information
Maintains professional open, effective, and appropriate communication with clients, BCRI staff, management, outside agencies and the public
Empower participants to become self-advocates for their own recovery/wellness
Maintains professional boundaries with clients, staff and other outside agencies
Works with all clients from a strengths-based perspective, providing support and encouragement as they move forward in their recovery
Other duties as required